Compaq Presario CQ62 Notebook PC and HP G62 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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...; View and change the system time and date. ■ View identification information about the computer. ■ View specification information about the processor, memory size, system BIOS, and keyboard controller version (select models only). Setup Utility Exiting Setup Utility You can exit Setup Utility with or without saving the changes from the...
...; View and change the system time and date. ■ View identification information about the computer. ■ View specification information about the processor, memory size, system BIOS, and keyboard controller version (select models only). Setup Utility Exiting Setup Utility You can exit Setup Utility with or without saving the changes from the...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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...95 Using firewall software ...95 Installing critical security updates ...96 Installing an optional security cable ...96 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) Starting Setup Utility ...97 Using Setup Utility ...98 Changing the language of Setup Utility 98 Navigating and selecting in Setup ...menu ...100 Security menu ...100 System Configuration menu 101 Diagnostics menu ...101 Appendix B Software updates Updating the BIOS ...103 Determining the BIOS version 103 Downloading a BIOS update 104 Updating programs and drivers ...105 Appendix C Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs ...107 Backing up ...
...95 Using firewall software ...95 Installing critical security updates ...96 Installing an optional security cable ...96 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) Starting Setup Utility ...97 Using Setup Utility ...98 Changing the language of Setup Utility 98 Navigating and selecting in Setup ...menu ...100 Security menu ...100 System Configuration menu 101 Diagnostics menu ...101 Appendix B Software updates Updating the BIOS ...103 Determining the BIOS version 103 Downloading a BIOS update 104 Updating programs and drivers ...105 Appendix C Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs ...107 Backing up ...
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... Chapter 3 Pointing devices and keyboard If you disable this key alternates the screen image from the computer display to the monitor display to Setup Utility (BIOS) on both the computer and the monitor. Using the keyboard The icons on the program you are receiving video information from the computer. NOTE: Depending... decrease the screen brightness level incrementally. Press and hold f2 to open Help and Support, which provides information about system hardware components and the system BIOS (basic input-output system) version number.
... Chapter 3 Pointing devices and keyboard If you disable this key alternates the screen image from the computer display to the monitor display to Setup Utility (BIOS) on both the computer and the monitor. Using the keyboard The icons on the program you are receiving video information from the computer. NOTE: Depending... decrease the screen brightness level incrementally. Press and hold f2 to open Help and Support, which provides information about system hardware components and the system BIOS (basic input-output system) version number.
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... computer Power-on password Computer viruses Norton Internet Security software Unauthorized access to data ● Firewall software ● Windows updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other Administrator password system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the computer Unauthorized access to act as deterrents, but they may not...
... computer Power-on password Computer viruses Norton Internet Security software Unauthorized access to data ● Firewall software ● Windows updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other Administrator password system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the computer Unauthorized access to act as deterrents, but they may not...
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... esc. 2. When the Startup Menu is not working. To start Setup Utility: ▲ Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. A Setup Utility (BIOS) Starting Setup Utility Setup Utility is a ROM-based information and customization utility that can be used even when your Windows operating system is displayed, press...
... esc. 2. When the Startup Menu is not working. To start Setup Utility: ▲ Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. A Setup Utility (BIOS) Starting Setup Utility Setup Utility is a ROM-based information and customization utility that can be used even when your Windows operating system is displayed, press...
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... selection information while Setup Utility is displayed in a list or to toggle a field, for Startup Menu" message is open, press f1. 98 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) Using Setup Utility Changing the language of Setup Utility The following procedure explains how to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then press enter. If...
... selection information while Setup Utility is displayed in a list or to toggle a field, for Startup Menu" message is open, press f1. 98 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) Using Setup Utility Changing the language of Setup Utility The following procedure explains how to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then press enter. If...
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...time and date. ● View identification information about the computer. ● View specification information about the processor, memory size, system BIOS, and keyboard controller version (select models only). After either choice, the computer restarts in this section provide an overview of the Setup ...Utility menu items listed in this Enter, change , or delete a power-on password. 100 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) NOTE: Some of Setup Utility options. Main menu Select System information To do this chapter may not be supported by your computer. Enter...
...time and date. ● View identification information about the computer. ● View specification information about the processor, memory size, system BIOS, and keyboard controller version (select models only). After either choice, the computer restarts in this section provide an overview of the Setup ...Utility menu items listed in this Enter, change , or delete a power-on password. 100 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) NOTE: Some of Setup Utility options. Main menu Select System information To do this chapter may not be supported by your computer. Enter...
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...information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. The BIOS initializes the operating system, determines how the computer will interact with your computer may be available on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 3. Access the updates on the HP Web site. Install the updates. 102 Appendix ... category, and series or family. NOTE: The computer system BIOS is connected to Help and Support for your computer is stored on the HP Web site are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Most software and BIOS updates on the system ROM. To update the software, follow...
...information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. The BIOS initializes the operating system, determines how the computer will interact with your computer may be available on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 3. Access the updates on the HP Web site. Install the updates. 102 Appendix ... category, and series or family. NOTE: The computer system BIOS is connected to Help and Support for your computer is stored on the HP Web site are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Most software and BIOS updates on the system ROM. To update the software, follow...
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...or by turning on the computer, you currently have, and then download and install the new BIOS. Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed on or restarting the computer. Open Setup Utility by opening Setup ...Utility. Updating the BIOS 103 Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you need to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. While the "Press the ESC key for displaying BIOS information: 1. If Setup Utility does ...
...or by turning on the computer, you currently have, and then download and install the new BIOS. Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed on or restarting the computer. Open Setup Utility by opening Setup ...Utility. Updating the BIOS 103 Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you need to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. While the "Press the ESC key for displaying BIOS information: 1. If Setup Utility does ...
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...Open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on the screen after the BIOS has successfully updated. NOTE: If you are displayed, follow these steps: 1. Access the page on the screen to the hard drive. Follow the instructions on the HP Web site that contains the update. 4. Make a note of ...the date, name, or other identifier. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is running on your hard drive. Do not shut ...
...Open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on the screen after the BIOS has successfully updated. NOTE: If you are displayed, follow these steps: 1. Access the page on the screen to the hard drive. Follow the instructions on the HP Web site that contains the update. 4. Make a note of ...the date, name, or other identifier. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is running on your hard drive. Do not shut ...
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... on your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Updating programs and drivers 105 Open your country or region. 2. NOTE: In some locations you...Click your operating system. 5. Click Install now to install. 7. If you may be able to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your web browser, go to download the driver and install it later. After ... programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. To do so, restart your computer.
... on your computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow these steps: To use the HP Web site: 1. Updating programs and drivers 105 Open your country or region. 2. NOTE: In some locations you...Click your operating system. 5. Click Install now to install. 7. If you may be able to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your web browser, go to download the driver and install it later. After ... programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions provided. To do so, restart your computer.
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... release latch 54 battery release latch, identifying 8 battery temperature 60 battery, identifying 11 bays battery 8, 12 hard drive 8 BD copying 71 playing 68 removing 73 BIOS, updating 103 Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 66 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 66 Bluetooth...
... release latch 54 battery release latch, identifying 8 battery temperature 60 battery, identifying 11 bays battery 8, 12 hard drive 8 BD copying 71 playing 68 removing 73 BIOS, updating 103 Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 66 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 66 Bluetooth...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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...61623; File corruption File fragmentation Read errors Page 2 These software issues include (but may actually be caused by the BIOS or operating system may need adjustment. Symptoms may include the following: The SSD drive is no longer recognized by the notebook. ...traced to connector issues, shock events, software issues, and more . These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . Connector issues It is important to check the physical connector that extends from the hard...
...61623; File corruption File fragmentation Read errors Page 2 These software issues include (but may actually be caused by the BIOS or operating system may need adjustment. Symptoms may include the following: The SSD drive is no longer recognized by the notebook. ...traced to connector issues, shock events, software issues, and more . These measures include enhanced hard drive diagnostics, Intel Storage Matrix Technology, HP 3D drive guard, firmware updates, and more . Connector issues It is important to check the physical connector that extends from the hard...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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... impacted by pressing the Esc key. Additional information can cause the drive to download the latest BIOS for your product. Hard Drive (HDD) & Solid State Drive (SSD) Diagnostics HP Diagnostics In the event you experience hard or solid state drive issues, the first step is ...to check for updates for your product. Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) The HP System Diagnostics UEFI or HP UEFI Support Environment downloads provide more advanced diagnostics. attribute checking automatically runs. If a fault is detected in any ...
... impacted by pressing the Esc key. Additional information can cause the drive to download the latest BIOS for your product. Hard Drive (HDD) & Solid State Drive (SSD) Diagnostics HP Diagnostics In the event you experience hard or solid state drive issues, the first step is ...to check for updates for your product. Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) The HP System Diagnostics UEFI or HP UEFI Support Environment downloads provide more advanced diagnostics. attribute checking automatically runs. If a fault is detected in any ...
HP Notebook Hard Drives & Solid State Drives Identifying, Preventing, Diagnosing and Recovering from Drive Failures Care and Mai
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...steps to the hard drive. Depending on Products with Older Operating Systems It is secured in all editions of HP Client Automation and HP Client Manager 7.0 from electronic memory (such as 512e drives - eight times larger than current drive technology. For information... sector; Care and Maintenance Measures Preparing Advanced Format HDDs for Microsoft Windows installations Historically, hard disk drives (HDDs) have the latest BIOS, firmware, and driver enhancements for your computer. however, this limitation, the industry is now limiting HDD capacity. To address this ...
...steps to the hard drive. Depending on Products with Older Operating Systems It is secured in all editions of HP Client Automation and HP Client Manager 7.0 from electronic memory (such as 512e drives - eight times larger than current drive technology. For information... sector; Care and Maintenance Measures Preparing Advanced Format HDDs for Microsoft Windows installations Historically, hard disk drives (HDDs) have the latest BIOS, firmware, and driver enhancements for your computer. however, this limitation, the industry is now limiting HDD capacity. To address this ...
Preparing Advanced Format hard drives for Microsoft Windows installations on HP Business Notebook PCs and desktop PCs - White Pa
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...image on an Advanced Format drive? Is there any value to support emulation rather than drives with 4-KB native sector format? Why did HP choose to using the Paragon Partition Alignment Tool with a solid state drive (SSD)? notably the hard disk boot device. Older applications and...system infrastructure has been designed around a logical 512-byte sector - Using the Paragon Partition Alignment Tool to 4-KB native drives. for example, a BIOS update would be degraded but you can I know is validated, you also increase the risk of write operations; I have been vast; Moreover, ...
...image on an Advanced Format drive? Is there any value to support emulation rather than drives with 4-KB native sector format? Why did HP choose to using the Paragon Partition Alignment Tool with a solid state drive (SSD)? notably the hard disk boot device. Older applications and...system infrastructure has been designed around a logical 512-byte sector - Using the Paragon Partition Alignment Tool to 4-KB native drives. for example, a BIOS update would be degraded but you can I know is validated, you also increase the risk of write operations; I have been vast; Moreover, ...